FIX Analyst

Role Description:

Do you want to gain an in-depth understanding of the electronic trading business? Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Do you have strong analytical and logical thinking capabilities? Are you well-organised and detail-oriented, with exceptional communication and team management skills? If yes, we would like to talk about the FIX Analyst role with you.

We are looking for FIX Analysts to join us and be part of a global FIX Connectivity team. The FIX team works closely with Sales and Implementations teams, Development, Product Dev, and Support teams to understand bespoke business workflows and translate them into a software solution. On a day-to-day basis, the role involves external communication with tech teams of clients/brokers and their technology vendors. The FIX team also gets involved in various strategic projects ranging from the rollout of new functionalities on the platform to system improvements, regulatory changes, etc.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent understanding of FIX protocol (ver. 4.2/4.4)
• Experience with any programming language (Java, C++, C, Python).
• Must know Unix/Linux-based O/S Applications.
• Experience working with Databases on writing basic SQL queries- Oracle/SQL.
• Excellent understanding of the FIX certification process.
• Experience working in an electronic trading environment in a FIX onboarding or FIX Support capacity.
• Familiarity with networking protocols, VPN, Extranet connectivity, and understanding of TCP/IP concepts.
• Exposure to any of the following asset classes: Equities, Futures, Options, FX.
• Previous experience with Jira for project tracking, confluence for documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible to work in multiple time zones (HK/EU/US hours).
• Quick learner with strong attention to detail and ability to think outside the box.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking capabilities.
• Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills:

• Scripting knowledge in one of the following languages: Shell/Python.
• Familiarity with Algorithmic Trading.
• Previous experience with OMS/EMS, exchanges or trading firms would be a plus.
• Previous experience in developing tooling and processes to drive efficiencies.

Education:

Engineering Graduate from any premier institution.